Neepawa Natives forward Jordan Lane, a 6 foot 8 – 245 pound native of Whitehorse, Yukon signed a professional contract with The Mississippi RiverKings of the Central Hockey League for the 2010-11 season. Jordan’s leadership and physical presence help his club during the 2009-10 season.

Former Neepawa Natives defenseman Caleb Suderman accepted a scholarship to attend Minnesota’s Concordia College at the end of the 2009-210 season. Suderman’s offensive prowess and ability to move up the ice with the puck was in the upper echelon of the MJHL during his Junior ‘A’ career.

Matt was an ultra-skilled player who played for the Natives in 2004-05 and 2005-06. He captained the WHL’s Brandon Wheat Kings in his final year. He is currently in the NHL’s Ottawa Senator farm system.

Brent earned a scholarship to UND while playing in Neepawa. Brent is entering his senior year at UND. Some of his important accomplishments include winning the most improved player in his freshman year, the Sioux won the McNaughton Cup in his sophomore year as regular season champions, and most importantly in 2008 – 2009 when his team won the Broadmoar Championship.

Peirre-Olivier came to Neepawa during the 2008-09. After playing over half of a 2008-09 stellar season with Neepawa, he was offered a scholarship to play NCAA with Mahattanville College. Lemieux has many current Manhattanville goalie records after having two all-star seasons.

After playing a year with Neepawa Brayden returned to his home province to complete his junior career. Brayden went on to play NCAA Division III Hockey with Wisconsin – Superior Yellow Jackets of the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association (NCHA).

Matt Bailey

Right Wing
Born Apr 5 1991 — Winnipeg, MAN
Height 6.01 — Weight 185

After a successful rookie season with Neepawa, Matt was notice by many NCAA schools. Matt played two successful seasons in the USHL and is scheduled to play for Alaska-Anchorage in the 2010-11 season.

Myles played his rookie season with the Neepawa Natives in 1998-99. Kuharski’s achievements with the Native’s organization were rewarded with MJHL’s Rookie of the Year. The success in his first season with the Natives got the attention of many NCAA scouts. Myles played NCAA with Lake Superior in 2000-01 and with Bemidji State University from 2002 to 2005.

Andrew was one of the best goalies to ever play for the Natives. Andrew wore the Natives jersey for two years before landing a NCAA scholarship to Canisius College where he continued to shine for four years.

Weselowski had an outstanding junior ‘A’ career in the Native’s organization. Riley received a scholarship in 2003-04 after helping Neepawa with a successful 37 win season. Individually, Riley won MJHL’s Defenseman of the year after posting 60 points (20 goals and 40 assists) in 63 games. At Bemidji State University Riley has a solid NCAA career as a defenseman. His accomplishments have carried forward to a professional career that has had Riley playing in both the ECHL and CHL. In 2009-10 he helped the Rapid City Rush win its first ever championship, CHL’s Presidents Cup.

After spending two years in the Neepawa Natives organization Jarvis was traded to the BCHL were he continued his success as a junior A player. Blaine received a scholarship to Bemidji State University and has continued his career as a professional in the ECHL and CHL. His most successful season as a pro to date is 2009-10 were he had 43 point in 62 games. He success carried over to the playoffs as he recorded six goals and six assists helping his team win its first ever championship, CHL’s Presidents Cup.

Andrew played four years of junior hockey. He enjoyed his best season in 2006-07 when he had 61 points (33 goals, 28 assists) in 60 games with Neepawa of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. (Finished fifth on the team in scoring…Also added 158 penalty minutes, the second highest total on his team).

White was a highly skilled offensive player. White led the MJHL in scoring in 2001. In the 2001-02 season Brian played in the Continental Elite Hockey League. In the CEHL, Brian won the scoring title and was named the league`s MVP. White continued to play hockey with University of Windsor from 2002 to 2004.

Mike is a well respected alumni member of the Natives. Mike served as team captain of both Neepawa and Brandon University. Mike also was an assistant coach with the organization for the 2002-2003 season.

Brent was a big, strong, skilled defenseman who played three seasons with the Natives. He continued to play University Hockey in 1998. Brent played four seasons with Brandon University Bobcats from 1998 to 2002. Brent was a key player for the Île-des-Chenes North Stars who won the Canadian National Allan Cup in 2003.

Former Captain, Shane Baranyk, was a physical player who could chip in offensively. Shane`s continued to play with Brandon University. His leadership, physical play and skill on the ice were valued with both the Natives and the Brandon University Bobcats.

Craig has had a successful career as a player and a coach. Craig played for Brandon University from 1995 to 2000. Craig has also had a successful career as a coach. Anderson coached Brandon AAA Midget team for many years. His coaching career is highlighted by a Telus Cup National AAA Championship defeating Quebec`s Collège Charles-Lemoyne AAA Hockey Club in 2004.

Mark was a small skilled player with tons of heart. Mark`s journey from Neepawa to the University of Waterloo has shown how much heart, determination and will he has. Mark continues to play at a high level of skill and integrity in the CIS.

After helping the Natives to one of their most successful season in 2000-2001. Cory went on to be one of the top scorers in the Continental Elite Hockey League. Corey went to play pro in Europe and North America from 2001 to 2006.